Redondo Beach (Cellphone Photos) - Half Moon Bay, CA

On the 28th June 2026, my parents and I took a day trip to Redondo Beach in Half Moon Bay, CA. I took photos with my cellphone. I hope you enjoy viewing my photos!

A scenery photo of Redondo Beach (right), Pacific Ocean (right), pelicans (top), seagulls (top), and flowers. 

The flowers in this photo include: Yellow Bush Lupine (Lupinus arboreus).

A scenery photo of Redondo Beach (left), Pacific Ocean (left), pelicans (top), seagulls (top), Pillar Point (in the distance slightly left from the center), El Granada (in the distance slightly right from the center), and flowers.

The flowers in this photo include: Yellow Bush Lupine (Lupinus arboreus).

A scenery photo of flowers, Pacific Ocean, Pillar Point (in the distance in the center), and El Granada (in the distance slightly right from the center). The photo was shot at the end of Redondo Beach Road.

The flowers in this photo include: Wild Mustard Flowers & Wild Radish (Raphanus raphanistrum).

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Tower Bridge & State Capitol Park (Part 2) - Sacramento, CA

On the 31st October 2025, my parents and I took a trip to Sacramento, CA and dropped by Coloma, CA and Placerville, CA. We went to go see autumn foliage, but it was a bit early, at least for Sacramento. It was still a nice trip. I took photos with my phone, and the photos are split into 3 posts. I hope you enjoy viewing my photos!

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This blog post has photos from Tower Bridge, Capitol Mall, California Capitol Building, and California State Capitol Park in Sacramento, CA. 

After I finished up at Old Sacramento Waterfront, I walked over to Tower Bridge.

A scenery photo of California Capitol Building (in the distance), Capitol Mall, high rise buildings, and trees. The photo was shot at the intersection of 2nd Street and Capitol Mall.

A scenery photo of Tower Bridge, autumn foliage, and cars. The photo was shot at the intersection of Neasham Circle and Capitol Mall.

A scenery photo of The Ziggurat (left), California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS) (right), Sacramento River, I Street Bridge (right), and trees. The photo was shot on Tower Bridge (Cabaldon Parkway).

A scenery photo of Sacramento River, I Street Bridge (in the distance), California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS) (left), Old Sacramento Waterfront (right), autumn foliage and trees. The photo was shot on Tower Bridge (Cabaldon Parkway). This particular photo was shot on the border of West Sacramento, CA & Sacramento, CA.

A scenery photo of I Street Bridge (in the distance on the left), Old Sacramento Waterfront, Sacramento River, autumn foliage, and trees. The photo was shot on Tower Bridge (Cabaldon Parkway). This particular photo was shot on the border of West Sacramento, CA & Sacramento, CA.

After Tower Bridge, my parents and I were pretty hungry. We headed over to Hing's Chinese Cuisine (2933 W Capitol Ave, West Sacramento, CA 95691) in West Sacramento, CA. I enjoyed the food, however my father did not. It is westernized Chinese food, so it matched my taste palette. They had quite a number of vegetarian dishes for me, and also meat dishes for my parents. I definitely recommend it.

After lunch, we headed back to Sacramento to explore California State Capitol Park.

A scenery photo of California Capitol Building, Plaza de California (under construction), and trees. The photo was shot on Capitol Mall.

A scenery photo of autumn foliage, Tower Bridge (in the distance), high rise buildings, and clouds. The photo was shot on Capitol Mall.

A scenery photo of autumn foliage, orange tree (bottom right), and clouds. The photo was shot on Capitol Mall.

A photo of the California Peace Officers' Memorial, trees, and a historic building. The photo was shot at Plaza De California in California State Capitol Park.

A scenery photo of California Capitol Building and trees. The photo was shot in California State Capitol Park.

A scenery photo of autumn foliage, palm trees, 10th Street (bottom), and clouds. The photo was shot in California State Capitol Park.

A scenery photo of California Capitol Building and trees. The photo was shot in California State Capitol Park.

A photo of the Seal of California. The photo was shot in California State Capitol Park.

A scenery photo of 11th Street, Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament (right), autumn foliage, and high rise buildings. The photo was shot in California State Capitol Park at the intersection of L Street and 11th Street.

A scenery photo of California Capitol building, palm trees, trees, and clouds. The photo was shot in California State Capitol Park at the intersection of L Street and 11th Street.

A scenery photo of an orange tree, and trees. The photo was shot in California State Capitol Park.

A photo of Chinese Lantern (Abutilon pictum) flowers. The photo was shot in California State Capitol Park.

A photo of camellias. The photo was shot in California State Capitol Park.

A photo of autumn foliage and trees. The photo was shot in California State Capitol Park.

A photo of autumn foliage, palm trees, high rise buildings, and clouds. The photo was shot at The photo was shot on 13th Street in California State Capitol Park.

A scenery photo of L Street, California State Capitol Park (right), palm trees (right), high rise buildings, and cars. The photo was shot at the intersection of 13th Street and L Street.

This is all the photos for today. I hope you have enjoyed viewing the photos! Next time I will have photos from Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park in Coloma, CA and Downtown Placerville, CA's Halloween celebration. Please don't forget to share the blog post with your friends and family members! Also, if you want to get notifications when I post up more photos, "Like" us on Facebook or follow me on Instagram. These links can also be found on the top of the right sidebar.

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Pescadero, CA (Cellphone Photos)

On the 1st September 2025, my mom and I went to Pescadero, CA for a day trip. I visited Downtown Pescadero, Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve, and Pebble Beach at Bean Hollow State Park. I took photos with my cellphone. I hope you enjoy viewing my photos!

Message from the Photographer: Unfortunately Long COVID is wrecking havoc on my health and energy levels, and my health is slowly declining. My day trips are far and few in between now.

A scenery photo of forest shot on Pescadero Creek Road in San Mateo County, CA.

A scenery photo of sunflowers, clouds, and trees. The photo was shot on Pescadero Creek Road in Pescadero, CA.

A scenery photo of fog, church (left), post office (left), and Pescadero Creek Road. The photo was shot in Pescadero, CA.

A scenery photo of Downtown Pescadero, buildings, Stage Road, and clouds shot in Pescadero, CA.

A photo of the Pescadero sign and Pescadero Creek Road (left) shot in Pescadero, CA.

A scenery photo of marshland and fog. The photo was shot on Butano Trail in Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve at Pescadero State Beach in Pescadero, CA.

A scenery photo of fog and hills. The photo was shot on Butano Trail in Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve at Pescadero State Beach in Pescadero, CA.

A scenery photo of marshland and fog. The photo was shot on Butano Trail in Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve at Pescadero State Beach in Pescadero, CA.

A photo of rocks with holes and Pacific Ocean (left). The photo was shot at Pebble Beach at Bean Hollow State Beach in Pescadero, CA.

Fun Fact: The holes on the rocks are made my mollusks.

A photo of rocks with holes. The photo was shot at Pebble Beach at Bean Hollow State Beach in Pescadero, CA.

Fun Fact: The holes on the rocks are made my mollusks.

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Pleasant Hill & Martinez, CA (Part 2)

On the 3rd May 2025, my parents and I took a trip to Lindsay Wildlife Experience in Walnut Creek, CA, Dinosaur Hill Park in Pleasant Hill, CA, and John Muir National Historic Site, Radke Martinez Regional Shoreline, and Martinez Marina in Martinez, CA. I took photos on my phone and on my Olympus mirrorless camera, and the photos are split into 3 posts. I hope you enjoy viewing my photos!

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This blog post is part 2 of my Olympus photos. The photos are from Dinosaur Hill Park in Pleasant Hill, CA, and John Muir National Historic Site, Martinez Marina, and Radke Martinez Regional Shoreline in Martinez, CA.

Message From The Photographer: Unfortunately this past month was just horrible for me with Long COVID, and I was bedridden for most of it. The photos were delayed due to that.

After Lindsay Wildlife Experience, we went for lunch, before heading to Dinosaur Hill Park in Pleasant Hill, CA. At Dinosaur Hill park, it was two minutes up a few steps and we were greeted with gorgeous panoramic views of Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek, and Mt. Diablo.

A scenery photo of Pleasant Hill, grassland, clouds, trees, and mountains. The photo was shot at Dinosaur Hill Park in Pleasant Hill, CA.

Approximate GPS location (type into Google): 37° 56' 10" N 122° 05' 23" W

A scenery photo of a walking trail, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Mt. Diablo (right), grassland, clouds, trees, and mountains. The photo was shot at Dinosaur Hill Park in Pleasant Hill, CA.

The photo was shot at the same spot as above.

A scenery photo of Mt. Diablo, Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek, grassland, clouds, trees, and mountains. The photo was shot at Dinosaur Hill Park in Pleasant Hill, CA.

Approximate GPS location (type into Google): 37° 56' 09" N 122° 05' 22" W

After Dinosaur Hill Park, we went to John Muir National Historic Site in Martinez, CA (4202 Alhambra Ave, Martinez, CA 94553).

A photo of a Windmill Well, clouds, and trees shot at John Muir National Historic Site in Martinez, CA.

Approximate GPS location (type into Google): 37° 59' 29" N 122° 07' 56" W

A photo of the John Muir's house, trees, and clouds shot at John Muir National Historic Site in Martinez, CA.

The photo was shot at the same spot as above.

After John Muir National Historic Site, we headed for the shoreline of Martinez, CA. We visited Martinez Marina and Radke Martinez Regional Shoreline.

A scenery photo of Benicia-Martinez Bridge, ship, marshland, Carquinez Strait, and clouds. The photo was shot at Martinez Marina in Martinez, CA.

Approximate GPS location (type into Google): 38° 01' 34" N 122° 08' 07" W

A scenery photo of yellow mustard flowers, marsh, Shell Oil Refinery, trees, and clouds. The photo was shot at Radke Martinez Regional Shoreline in Martinez, CA.

Approximate GPS location (type into Google): 38° 01' 33" N 122° 08' 06" W

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Monterey, CA & Pacific Grove, CA (Cellphone Photos)

On the 17th May 2025, my parents and I took a trip to Monterey, CA and Pacific Grove, CA. We visited Coast Guard Pier, Monterey State Historic Park, Presidio of Monterey, Lovers Point Park, and more. I took photos on my phone and on my Olympus mirrorless camera, and the photos are split into 2 posts. I hope you enjoy viewing my photos!

Parts: Cellphone Photos | Olympus Photos

This blog post has the cellphone photos I took. The photos are from several locations in Monterey, CA and Pacific Grove, CA including places like Coast Guard Pier, Monterey State Historic Park, Presidio of Monterey, and Lovers Point Park.

Message from the Photographer: Unfortunately my Olympus mirrorless camera's lens failed half way during our day trip this time. Luckily it is just a cheap kit lens, so I have a new one on the way. It would seem the internal motor failed in the lens (camera body is fine). Probably the first message you've seen that didn't involve Long COVID (LC)! However there is a little update on my health as well. My LC doctor and I are trying different doses of Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) to see which dose works the best. I am by no means back to normal as the COVID infection left me with quite a number of health problems, however the LDN is helping me with energy to a certain extent at the cost of side effects.

Since we hit Monterey, CA first, we parked at Presidio of Monterey and walked a loop around the coastal wharf areas. I first checked out the museum at the presidio, and also the Sloat Monument (no photos). After that we walked over to San Carlos Beach and Coast Guard Pier.

A photo of sea lions on rocks. The photo was shot at Coast Guard Pier in Monterey, CA.

A photo of sea lions on rocks. The photo was shot at Coast Guard Pier in Monterey, CA.

A photo of sea lions on rocks. The photo was shot at Coast Guard Pier in Monterey, CA.

Then we walked along the Monterey Peninsula Recreational Trail, and looped over to California's First Theater in Monterey State Historic Park.

A scenery photo of the garden behind California's First Theatre in Monterey State Historic Park in Monterey, CA.

A photo California's First Theatre in Monterey State Historic Park in Monterey, CA.

Next we started walking back toward Presidio of Monterey, CA to get back to our car.

A photo of the monument at the Vizcaíno Serra Landing Site. The photo was shot on Pacific Street (near Presidio of Monterey) in Monterey, CA.

After we got back to Presidio of Monterey, I ate the burrito I bought earlier in Sand City, CA. I was starving at this point.

A photo of the Junipero Serra Monument at the Presidio of Monterey in Monterey, CA.

After my parents and I finished our lunch, we headed to the location in Pacific Grove, CA that my father wanted to visit, Lovers Point Park. Due to long COVID, I was moderately tired at this point so I mostly rested in the car, until this "friendly" seagull decided to interrupt my nap.

A photo of the seagull that pooped on our car, along with Monterey Bay Coastal Trail on the right. The photo was shot on Ocean View Blvd (near Lovers Point Beach) in Pacific Grove, CA.

A photo of the seagull that pooped on our car, along with Monterey Bay Coastal Trail on the right. The photo was shot on Ocean View Blvd (near Lovers Point Beach) in Pacific Grove, CA.

A photo of the seagull that pooped on our car, along with Monterey Bay Coastal Trail on the right. The photo was shot on Ocean View Blvd (near Lovers Point Beach) in Pacific Grove, CA.

Maybe you can guess what happened after. I was napping in the passenger seat when this thing landed on our vehicle. It quickly occurred to me that the seagull will want to poop on our vehicle. I tried to shoo it away however it didn't budge. I think the seagulls around this area are used to humans as there are way too many. Anyways, the seagull looked at me dead in the eyes and let it rip. 😑 You can see the clear streak underneath the bird in the first photo.

I didn't get much of a nap after that seagull encounter, plus I had to use the bathroom. I took a small walk around the Lovers Point Park area. The parking spaces in this area is very tight, I had to climb over to the driver's seat before I could get out, as the passenger side door is blocked in.

A photo of Monterey Bay, Pacific Grove, flowers, and clouds. The photo was shot at Lovers Point Park in Pacific Grove, CA.

A photo of squirrels and a seagull. The photo was shot at Lovers Point Park in Pacific Grove, CA.

A photo of squirrels and seagulls. The photo was shot at Lovers Point Park in Pacific Grove, CA.

A photo of Monterey Bay, Pacific Grove, flowers, and clouds. The photo was shot on the trail by Ocean View Blvd in Pacific Grove, CA.

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Parts: Cellphone Photos | Olympus Photos